Host Keith Shaw and his expert guests discuss the latest technology news and trends happening in the industry. Watch new episodes twice each week or listen to the podcast here.
Blockchain backers have long touted the distributed ledger technology as potentially more disruptive than the internet. If so, it's going to take a while. In the meantime, a variety of companies are testing it out.
In the span of a week, Apple's eagerly-awaited iPhone XR finally arrived and the company rolled out new tablets, laptops and even a Mac mini. Here's how to sort through all of the announcements.
The Pixel 3 is here and Computerworld's Dan Rosenbaum offers up insights and observations about using the new device after several days' hands-on experience.
Facebook and Google recently owned up to new data breaches affecting millions of users. It's not the first time that's happened. It won't be the last. CSO's J.M. Porup explains what's really going.
Given the way work gets done these days – in remote offices, by workers on the go, at global companies with employees scattered around the world – collaboration is more important than ever. Here's a look at where things stand, and what's coming next.
The next big feature upgrade for Windows 10 from Microsoft arrives in October. So it's time to discuss what's new – and talk more broadly about why the pace of OS innovation seems to be slowing.
Unified endpoint management is getting a lot of buzz when it comes to how companies should handle mobile (and even desktop) hardware management. But it's going to take a while for everything to work as it should.
Pie, the latest version of Android, is now rolling out to Pixel devices and will eventually get to other Android phones. Computerworld blogger JR Raphael details what users can look forward to, and why it matters.
Oracle has joined other major tech vendors by rolling out its own blockchain-as-a-service offering, and two smartphone makers plan to include the technology in new devices this year. Get the latest on the blockchain craze.
BlackBerry's newest smartphone sports a more-than-full-featured physical keyboard and is aimed at those who want to really want to get work done.
The organizations that make Computerworld's annual list of the 100 Best Places to work in IT go far beyond competitive salaries and healthcare benefits to snag and keep top tech talent. Here's what they're doing right.
At its 2018 Worldwide Developers Conference, Apple unveiled a variety of software updates, tweaks and new features for iOS 12, macOS 'Mojave,' watchOS 5 and tvOS. Here's a look at what's coming.
With the distributed ledger technology showing up in everything from global shipping to cloud storage and real estate transactions, it's no surprise that it's now seen as away to help companies trade and sell carbon credits.
The 2018 RSA conference focused on a number of cybersecurity topics –everything from blockchain to the looming GDPR rules. CSO's Steve Ragan was there and offers insights on what he learned.
The all-screen design of Apple's iPhone X necessitated a 'notch' at the top of the display for various cameras and sensors. So Android phone makers naturally followed suit. but why?
Google's Android operating system sometimes gets unfairly maligned as being weak on security. Computerworld blogger (and resident Android expert) JR Raphael explains why that's a misconception and details various ways users can stay safe.
With Apple finally joining the push for wireless charging in smartphones, the technology is gradually becoming more mainstream. So what's this ongoing debate that it'll kill your battery all about?
The next update to Windows 10 is expected to arrive soon, making it a good time to look at what's coming. Windows expert Preston Gralla has the details.
For many Android smartphone users, last year's Oreo hasn't even arrived, and yet Android P – Oreo's still unnamed successor – is already on the horizon. Android expert JR Raphael offers insights on what's coming, and why Android upgrades always seem to be late.
When it comes to expensive Macs, you can't get much pricier than the $4,999 iMac Pro – especially if you configure it for more power, storage and RAM. Does anyone really need that kind of horsepower? Apparently so.
When iOS 11.3 arrives, it will allow some users to more easily access and share healthcare data – part of Apple's ongoing push to connect patients and doctors. Here's what that means and why Apple might actually succeed.
While hardware announcements are always a part of Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, attendees at this year's show are likely to hear a lot about 5G networking.
Blockchain continues to evolve and grow as more companies test out the distributed ledger technology. It's now seen as the heart of a new global shipping platform that could save companies billions of dollars and as the underpinning for a P2P cloud storage endeavor.
From Cisco's plans for intent-based networking to SD-WAN, IoT and 5G pilot programs, the networking industry is growing by leaps and bounds. Here's what's likely to be top of mind in the industry this year.
One of the biggest topics in IT right now involves blockchain, the distributed ledger tech that underpins Bitcoin and cryptocurrency. Here's a look at what it is, what it does, and how companies are already using it.
Alexa is the helpful voice in the Echo and Echo Dot that can play music, turn on the lights, answer questions or tell you the weather. But with a little coding, it can be made to do much more than that.
Apple's new iPhone X already has a lot going for it: cutting-edge Face ID security, an incredible OLED display and, of course, iOS 11 – making it a top-notch (if pricey) phone for enterprise users.
Windows 10 Fall Creators Update has officially arrived. Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis and Windows expert Preston Gralla look at two hits and two misses in the new OS.
Google's latest reference smartphone, the Pixel 2, is now available. Reviewer Dan Rosenbaum has the details on what it's like to use and whether it's good enough to tempt an iPhone user to switch.
Computerworld's Android blogger JR Raphael and Apple expert Michael deAgonia get into the weeds as they tackle the basics of which mobile OS is better when it comes to security, updates, app stores, customization and innovation. Can there really be one winner?
Android's latest version, Oreo, has been out since late August and Computerworld's Android blogger JR Raphael is on hand with the details about what's new, what's cool and what's really useful.
Apple on Tuesday unveiled its new smartphone line-up, with the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus available later this month (yay!). But the flagship iPhone X won't arrive until November (boo!).
The collaboration tool offers some unique ways of sharing information from various sources, but never gained traction. Now it's being killed off, though some of its features met yet show up in Office or other suites.
Apple's iOS has long had the reputation of being more secure than Android, but that may not be as true as it once was. Here's how to evaluate each side's claims about mobile security.
Your next corporate computer may well be an iPad Pro, Surface Pro or some other laptop/tablet combo. Here's why.
When it comes to tracking down the bad actors behind malware and ransomware attacks, cybersecurity firms are turning to linguists.
Network World's Brandon Butler checks in from Las Vegas, where this week's Cisco Live is under way. The big story: Cisco's efforts to reinvent itself as it moves from hardware to software, security and "intent-based networking."
Apple's tablet hardware was already powerful enough for the office, but iOS still required workarounds for things to go smoothly. iOS 11 may soon change that.
Companies have finally figured out how to let workers use their own devices to be productive (while ensuring that corporate data remains protected). Credit MDM, EMM, MAM and UEM.
It looks like some changes may be coming to the controversial H-1B visa program in the U.S. But the same can't be said for Facebook Live, which has drawn scrutiny in recent weeks after users uploaded disturbing videos.
Change is coming to the workplace, which means it's coming to IT as well. Here's how IT can prep for the coming robotics revolution at work -- and avoid messing up a big move to the cloud.
Here's one way to re-build the electric grid: Do it piecemeal with microgrids. And once we figure that out, we turn to understanding what Apple is up to with it's laggard Apple TV updates and get the lowdown on DJI's new Mavic drone.
Not every smartphone has to skimp on features or cost a small fortune. Case in point: The Moto G5 Plus, which reviewer Dan Rosenbaum says is a bargain buy.
Coming soon to a PC near you: Windows 10 Creators Update. But what's less certain is what comes in the years ahead for future PCs and Macs and mobile devices. Are we headed into a voice-activated future?
As companies become more decentralized, collaboration becomes more important -- and harder. So it's good that videoconferencing tech is making it easier than ever. Then it's time to look at 'digital transformation' and what it means.
Computerworld's Matt Hamblen, just back from this year's Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, details the big announcements from the show. It wasn't just about smartphones.
There's a reason the self-driving car of tomorrow may never really drive itself. We've got the low-down, along with updated info on whether the next iPhone will charge wirelessly. The Magic 8-ball says "maybe."
Our tech trio takes a look at the latest in solar energy -- panels that are installed on waterways and lakes -- and checks in on VR to see if all the recent hype is more hope than anything else. And of course, we tip our hats to the new Super Bowl champs.
Amazon's voice-activated digital assistant Alexa is learning new skills right and left. In fact, she can now deliver the latest tech news from Computerworld.
At CES, you couldn't turn a corner without seeing some kind of virtual reality booth -- or avoid the drone of, well, drones. Our tech trio checks in on this year's show and checks out the latest AirPods from Apple.
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